Overview

• Dragon Bravo Fire has scorched over 11,000 acres with zero containment while White Sage Fire covers about 58,600 acres at 9% containment as of July 17.
• Nearly 600 personnel are reinforcing firelines and focusing defensive operations to protect remaining cabins, mule stables, cultural sites and key infrastructure.
• Storm-delivered moisture has eased fire behavior and allowed crews to establish new lines, though gusty winds could still fuel unpredictable flare-ups.
• The North Rim will remain closed for the season, forcing evacuations, trail shutdowns and rerouted river exchanges around Phantom Ranch.
• Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs and congressional leaders have called for federal investigations into the Park Service’s early confine-and-contain strategy.